Rothsay, Minnesota
Rothsay: City in Minnesota, United States
About
Rothsay is a city located in the county of Wilkin in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 274 and a population density of 120 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 251 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Rothsay
| Population : | 251 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Minnesota (United States) |
| County : | Wilkin County |
| Postal code : | 56579 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 218 |
| Area : | 2.28 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,211 feet / 369 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 05:29:12 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 110 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -9.16% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Rothsay is located at 46°28'30"N 96°16'50"W (46.4749600, -96.2806200).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Rothsay decreased by 9.16% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 274 | - | census |
| 2011 | 273 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 275 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 270 | -1.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 268 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 261 | -2.68% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 259 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 260 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 252 | -3.17% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 252 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 251 | -0.4% | estimation process |
Rothsay zip code is 56579.
County name: Wilkin, County
fips: 27167
City of Rothsay, Rothsay
Schools in Rothsay
College & universities near Rothsay, MN
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173559 | Minnesota State Community and Technical College | Fergus Falls (MN) | 56537-1000 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Rothsay, MN
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DLK | Detroit Lakes | 116 Pioneer Street | RAIL |
| FAR | Fargo | 420 4th Street North | RAIL |
| SPL | Staples | First & Fourth Aves | RAIL |
Post offices near Rothsay
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rothsay Post Office | Rothsay (MN) | 56579 |
Other cities in Wilkin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wilkin County , MN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Breckenridge | 247 | Township in Wilkin County, Minnesota |
| Wolverton | 120 | Township in Wilkin County, Minnesota, United States |
| Foxhome | 98 | Township in Wilkin County, Minnesota |
| Kent | 72 | City in Wilkin County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Nashua | 66 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Campbell | 60 | City in Minnesota, USA |
| McCauleyville | 54 | Township in Wilkin County, Minnesota, United States |
| Doran | 47 | Human settlement in Wilkin County, Minnesota, United States of America |
